A cyclist, who does not want to be named, said: "We got there and it was already closed.

"I've lifted my bike over (the barriers) and been a bit daredevil-ish.

Boothferry Bridge is closed due to a "technical error"

"Some other guy is doing the same now."

East Riding of Yorkshire Council had taken to Twitter to clarify the situation. They are asking drivers to avoid the area: “A technical error with Boothferry Bridge A164 between Howden & Goole means no traffic can pass.

"Please avoid the area.”

The bridge has now reopened and traffic can be seen flowing in both directions.